How To Fix V4096 - Delivery of &2 &3 has already been made for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V4 - Nachrichten Verkauf (Variable Meldungen und EDI-Meldungen)

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Delivery of &2 &3 has already been made for item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V4096 - Delivery of &2 &3 has already been made for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message V4096, which states "Delivery of &2 &3 has already been made for item &1," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when there is an attempt to create a delivery for a sales order item that has already been fully delivered. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Full Delivery Already Made: The most common cause of this error is that the item in question has already been fully delivered. This means that all quantities of the item have been shipped, and no further deliveries can be made.
  Partial Deliveries: If there were partial deliveries made previously, the system may still recognize that the item has been delivered, preventing further deliveries.
  Incorrect Document Flow: There may be inconsistencies in the document flow, such as incorrect status updates or missing confirmations that lead the system to believe that the item has already been delivered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Status: Review the delivery status of the sales order item. You can do this by checking the delivery document associated with the sales order. If the item has been fully delivered, no further action can be taken for that item.
  Review Document Flow: Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check the document flow and see if there are any discrepancies.
  Create Additional Deliveries: If partial deliveries were made and you need to deliver more, ensure that the remaining quantity is still available and that the sales order allows for additional deliveries.
  Adjust Sales Order: If the delivery was mistakenly marked as complete, you may need to adjust the sales order or delivery document. This could involve reversing the delivery or modifying the sales order to allow for additional deliveries.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA03, VL03N, VL02N (Change Outbound Delivery), and VA02 (Change Sales Order) for navigating and troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of delivery processes and error messages in the SD module.
  User Exits and Enhancements: In some cases, custom user exits or enhancements may affect delivery processing. Check if any custom logic is impacting the delivery status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.